Chapter 13 Miles had already stepped out of the car .
Standing just outile , he gave me a soft smile .
Eve , were here I climbed out and froze , stunned by the view before me .
This place was remote yet breathtaking .
We were perched on a hillside , overlooking a vast expanse of deep blue coastline .
The setting ; sun spilled brilliant streaks of color across the horizon , painting the sky and sea in hues of gold and crimson .
Behind us , a lush forest of vibrant green stretched endlessly , framing the scenery like a dream .
Nestled within the trees was a vintage estate , its architecture timeless and elegant .
Ordinarily , such an isolated house might have exuded an eile vibe , but this one didnt .
Instead , it brimmed with life , its stone walls draped in blooming roses lush , extravagant , and impossibly beautiful .
Clusters of red , blush pink , soft yellow , and creamy white roses climbed in vibrant waves , creating what seemed like an ocean of blossoms , 1 gasped , excitement bubbling up as I recognized each bloom .
James Galway ! Claire Austin ! Lady of Shalott ! I twirled around , breathless with awe , pointing at one stunning rose after another .

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And Gertrude Jekyll ! Oh my God … I circled the rose covered walls , completely entranced .
Memories of rose varieties sprang unbidden to mind , names spilling from my lips .
Miles leaned casually against the car , one hand in his pocket , watching me with a soft smile as the breeze carried the rustling whispers of leaves and petals .
The floral aroma enveloped me , heady and sweet , almost dizzying in its richness .
I was on the verge of tears from sheer joy .
Planting a wall of roses had always been my teenage dream .
But my mothers pollen allergy and my own lack of time had made it impossible .
Now , here it was a vision of perfection I never thought Id see .
I ran to Miles , my excitement barely contained .
Miles , how did you manage to grow these ? He glanced at the flowers , his voice nonchalant .
I hired gardeners .
I wouldnt have the faintest idea how to do it myself .
No , you do .
I shook my head vehemently .
You had to have told them exactly what to plant .
Oh ? His tone held a hint of amusement .
And what makes you think that ? I couldnt explain it , only that I felt it in my bones .
I just know ! You must have told them its so you .
Miles regarded me with a bemused smile , indulgent in the face of my stubborn certainty .
Come inside , he said finally , his voice warm .
Its getting chilly .
As he turned toward the house , his hand moved to rest lightly over my shoulder not quite touching , just a reassuring presence .
Chapter 1.3 +25 BONUS Just as we were about to step through the door , a young girl in a pink dress stepped into our path , clearly displeased .
Miles ! Why did you bring this crazy woman home ? Shes Evelyn White ! The girl glared at me , rolling her eyes dramatically .
I didnt recognize her , but from her expression , It was clear she know and despised me .
Miles cast a brief glance at her and responded with a calm , Hmm .
He didnt break stride , leading me through the entrance as though she wasnt there .
Seeing herself completely ignored , the girl stomped her foot in frustration .
Miles ! Are you even listening to me ? Shes Evelyn White ! Arent you embarrassed to bring her here ? Miles stopped , his perfectly shaped brows furrowing as lie boked back at her .
Kira , who taught you to speak so rudely to a guest ? The girl , apparently Kira Smith , faltered but quickly recovered with defiance .
Miles , what kind of guest is she ? Shes a disgrace , a terrible woman … Feeling humiliated , I took a step back , trying to fade into the background .
Miles expression cooled , his tone sharp .
Kira , apologize .
Kira looked stunned .
Miles , you want me to apologize to her ? Did I hear that right? Miles repeated , Apologize .
This time , Kiras face flushed with anger as the realization dawned that Miles wasnt joking .
But you just came back .
You dont know how terrible her reputation is shes- Apologize ! Miles third command carried an air of authority so powerful it sent a chill down my spine .
Kira , clearly intimidated , stopped arguing .
Her gaze bore into me as she ground out , Im … sorry ! Her eyes reddened with frustration as she spun on her heels and stormed away .
I stood there awkwardly , unsure what to say , before turning to Miles .
Miles … maybe I should just leave .
Before he could object , I quickly added , I can call a car .
I have money .
Miles expression darkened .
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